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First Foundation (FFWM) president’s stock and RSUs converted in FirstSun merger

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

First Foundation Inc. president of FFA, John Hakopian, reported issuer dispositions of his equity in connection with the company’s merger into FirstSun Capital Bancorp. The filing shows 5,287 restricted stock units, 82,554 shares of common stock held directly, and 620,842 shares held through a Family Trust were disposed of.

Under the Agreement and Plan of Merger, each First Foundation common share converted into the right to receive 0.16083 shares of FirstSun common stock, with cash for fractional shares. All related restricted stock units, including performance-vested awards, were assumed by FirstSun and converted using this exchange ratio. Following the merger, Hakopian no longer beneficially owns First Foundation common stock.

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Insider HAKOPIAN JOHN
Role President, FFA
Type Security Shares Price Value
Disposition Restricted Stock Unit 5,287 $0.00 --
Disposition Common Stock 82,554 $0.00 --
Disposition Common Stock 620,842 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Unit — 0 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 0 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 0 shares (Indirect, Family Trust)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Disposed of pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated October 27, 2025 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and between the Issuer and FirstSun Capital Bancorp ("FirstSun"). Pursuant to the terms of the Merger Agreement, at the effective time of the merger, each share of Issuer common stock converted into the right to receive 0.16083 shares of FirstSun common stock (the "Exchange Ratio"), with cash paid in lieu of fractional shares. As a result of the merger, the reporting person no longer beneficially owns, directly or indirectly, any shares of Issuer common stock. Includes restricted stock units with respect to 4,700 shares of the Issuer's common stock. Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the effective time of the merger, the restricted stock units were assumed by FirstSun and converted into restricted stock units with respect to a number of shares of FirstSun common stock equal to the number of issuer shares underlying the restricted stock unit multiplied by the Exchange Ratio. Performance-vested RSUs under Issuer's 2024 Equity Incentive Plan, in each case subject to continuous employment and subject to the achievement of certain performance criteria and strategic goals. Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the effective time of the merger, the restricted stock units were assumed by FirstSun and converted into restricted stock units with respect to a number of shares of FirstSun common stock equal to the number of issuer shares underlying the restricted stock unit multiplied by the Exchange Ratio.
Restricted stock units disposed 5,287 units RSUs tied to First Foundation common stock converted and assumed at merger
Direct common shares disposed 82,554 shares Common stock held directly by John Hakopian, returned to issuer at merger
Indirect common shares disposed 620,842 shares Common stock held through a Family Trust, returned to issuer at merger
Exchange ratio 0.16083 shares FirstSun common stock received per First Foundation common share
Shares following transaction 0 shares Total First Foundation common stock beneficially owned by Hakopian after merger
Agreement and Plan of Merger regulatory
"Disposed of pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated October 27, 2025"
An Agreement and Plan of Merger is a formal document where two companies agree to combine into one, outlining how the process will happen. It’s like a step-by-step plan for merging, and it matters because it shows both sides have agreed on the details before the official transition takes place.
Exchange Ratio financial
"each share of Issuer common stock converted into the right to receive 0.16083 shares of FirstSun common stock (the "Exchange Ratio")"
The exchange ratio is the number used to decide how many shares of one company you get for each share you own in another company during a merger or acquisition. It’s like a recipe that tells you how to swap shares fairly, ensuring both companies’ values are balanced. This ratio matters because it determines how ownership divides between the companies' shareholders.
restricted stock units financial
"Includes restricted stock units with respect to 4,700 shares of the Issuer's common stock"
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
Performance-vested RSUs financial
"Performance-vested RSUs under Issuer's 2024 Equity Incentive Plan"
Family Trust financial
"Common Stock ... indirect ... nature_of_ownership: "Family Trust""
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
HAKOPIAN JOHN

(Last)(First)(Middle)
5221 NORTH O'CONNOR BOULEVARD
STE 1375

(Street)
IRVING TEXAS 75039

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
First Foundation Inc. [ FFWM ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
President, FFA
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
04/01/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock04/01/2026D82,554D$0.000(1)(2)D
Common Stock04/01/2026D620,842D$0.000(1)IFamily Trust
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Unit(3)04/01/2026D5,287 (3) (3)Common Stock5,287$0.000(3)D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Disposed of pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated October 27, 2025 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and between the Issuer and FirstSun Capital Bancorp ("FirstSun"). Pursuant to the terms of the Merger Agreement, at the effective time of the merger, each share of Issuer common stock converted into the right to receive 0.16083 shares of FirstSun common stock (the "Exchange Ratio"), with cash paid in lieu of fractional shares. As a result of the merger, the reporting person no longer beneficially owns, directly or indirectly, any shares of Issuer common stock.
2. Includes restricted stock units with respect to 4,700 shares of the Issuer's common stock. Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the effective time of the merger, the restricted stock units were assumed by FirstSun and converted into restricted stock units with respect to a number of shares of FirstSun common stock equal to the number of issuer shares underlying the restricted stock unit multiplied by the Exchange Ratio.
3. Performance-vested RSUs under Issuer's 2024 Equity Incentive Plan, in each case subject to continuous employment and subject to the achievement of certain performance criteria and strategic goals. Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the effective time of the merger, the restricted stock units were assumed by FirstSun and converted into restricted stock units with respect to a number of shares of FirstSun common stock equal to the number of issuer shares underlying the restricted stock unit multiplied by the Exchange Ratio.
/s/ John Hakopian04/01/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What did First Foundation (FFWM) president John Hakopian report in this Form 4?

John Hakopian reported returning shares to the issuer as part of the First Foundation–FirstSun merger. He disposed of common stock and restricted stock units, and his First Foundation holdings were converted or assumed under the merger terms, leaving him with no remaining First Foundation common stock.

How many First Foundation (FFWM) common shares did John Hakopian dispose of?

He disposed of 82,554 common shares held directly and 620,842 common shares held indirectly through a Family Trust. These dispositions occurred at the merger’s effective time, when First Foundation shares converted into rights to receive FirstSun common stock under the agreed exchange ratio.

What happened to John Hakopian’s restricted stock units in the FFWM merger?

Hakopian held 5,287 restricted stock units tied to First Foundation common stock, including performance-vested RSUs. At the merger’s effective time, FirstSun assumed these awards and converted them into FirstSun restricted stock units using the same exchange ratio applied to common shares.

What is the share exchange ratio in the First Foundation–FirstSun merger?

Each First Foundation common share converted into the right to receive 0.16083 shares of FirstSun common stock. Cash was paid instead of issuing fractional FirstSun shares. The same 0.16083 exchange ratio was used to convert outstanding First Foundation restricted stock units into FirstSun restricted stock units.

Does John Hakopian still beneficially own First Foundation (FFWM) shares after the merger?

No. The filing states that, as a result of the merger with FirstSun, Hakopian no longer beneficially owns any First Foundation common stock, either directly or indirectly. His equity exposure related to First Foundation was converted or assumed under the merger’s exchange and award-conversion terms.

How were performance-vested RSUs treated in the First Foundation (FFWM) merger?

Performance-vested RSUs under First Foundation’s 2024 Equity Incentive Plan remained subject to employment and performance conditions. At the merger’s effective time, FirstSun assumed these awards and converted them into FirstSun RSUs for a share count equal to underlying issuer shares multiplied by the 0.16083 exchange ratio.